Lockdown 3.0: Odisha ups working hours to 12; staff to be paid for overtime

No female workers should be allowed or required to work in a factory between 7 pm and 6 am, unless specifically permitted by the government in this regard, the state govt order said

Considering representations from certain industries and industry associations, the Odisha government on Friday decided to provide relaxation for industries and commercial activities and approved a 12-hour work shift instead of 8 hours, and said payments should be made for overtime for a period of three months during the lockdown.

The official notification issued by the state's labour and ESI department said: "This relaxation will not be applicable to areas declared hotspots and containment zones in different cities of the state. The commercial activities and businesses can start functioning from April 20 but with the due procedure of safety and social distancing."